Consider a stay at Rivera Family Airport Apartments and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an outdoor entertainment area.
Reviews
6.26.2 out of 10
Popular amenities
Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor Space
Breakfast available
24/7 front desk
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Standard Apartment, Balcony, Ground Floor
City view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Standard Apartment, Balcony, Tower
City view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Standard Apartment, Tower
City view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Standard Apartment, Ground Floor
City view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
APARTMENT TWO BEDS
Sleeps 10
APARTMENT QUEEN SIZE BED
Sleeps 10
About the neighborhood
Located in Rio Segundo, Rivera Family Airport Apartments is near the airport and in a national park. Juan Santamaria Historical Museum and Museum of Costa Rican Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ojo de Agua Spa Park and Cafe Rosa Blanca Organic Coffee Farm. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium of Costa Rica, or consider a night out at Parque Viva. Visit our Rio Segundo travel guide
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free uncovered self parking on site
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Dining
Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
Bedrooms
1 bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 private bathroom
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Separate dining area
Entertainment
32-inch TV with cable channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Laptop workspace
Comfort
Fan
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
24-hour front desk
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Daily housekeeping
Location highlights
In a national park
Near a hospital
Near the airport
Things to do
Casino nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
4 units
Bed sheets changed on request
Garden
Towels (changed on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:30 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per room (one-way)
Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:30 PM and midnight
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is Rivera Family Airport Apartments pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Rivera Family Airport Apartments?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 6:30 PM–midnight for a fee.
What time is check-out at Rivera Family Airport Apartments?
Check-out is at noon.
Does Rivera Family Airport Apartments provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 15 per room applies.
Where is Rivera Family Airport Apartments located?
Situated near the airport, this aparthotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Casino Fiesta, City Mall, and Juan Santamaría Park. Alajuela Cathedral and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Rivera Family Airport Apartments Reviews
6.2
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7.0
Cleanliness
7.8
Amenities
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 31 reviews
10 - Excellent
9
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews
8 - Good
5
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 31 reviews
6 - Okay
5
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 31 reviews
4 - Poor
3
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 31 reviews
2 - Terrible
9
Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
El
Jul 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Rivera is in a working class neighborhood close to the airport. It is reasonably priced and the staff were very hospitable. There are shops and a pub nearby.
Joseph
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Benjamin
Dec 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
A clean no frills room with comfortable bed and essential amenities.
Benjamin
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Althea
Dec 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is so beautifully unique!! Staff was great, rooms are amazing and large and mine even has a balcony! Close to food and drink, would stay here again in a heartbeat. If you can appreciate a one-of-a-kind place to stay this is for you.
Althea
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Catherine
Mar 14, 2026
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Not sure id recommend for single travellers it's on a back street - near a busy bar. i turned the fan on to drown out the street noise. Lots of men hanging around. But you get what you pay for. clean comfortable bed. Basic apartment but fine for just a sleep over
Catherine
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
John
Feb 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The airplane and construction (?) noise was a bit high but I slept ok . Good food, good sevice, very polite. Good price.
John
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Kevin
Mar 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I like this place because it was so close to the airport and not real expensive. We only stayed one night so we could catch our plane early in the morning. At first I wasn’t sure how safe the area was when we first pulled up but once we stayed for a little while and watched the people walking around the streets we realized it was very safe. Perfect for what we needed
Kevin
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Jenna
Feb 2, 2026
Stayed here for a few hours before our flight home and after a long road 5 hour road trip from Quepos.
Jenna
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
john Allen
Nov 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
The staff are very nice and very helpful
john Allen
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
David
Feb 12, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Clean, super good staff. Only problem was no water in the morning.
Very close to the airport, but we stayed only for one night because we had a late flight in. We wouldn’t stay here for the whole duration of our trip - but it got the job done for a night to sleep.
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Tom
Mar 4, 2026
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Good location, but I thought I could walk from the airport. Takes 50 minuts
Clean towels, sheets and linnen.
I wrote them and booked airport pick up and breakfast, but both wee ignored.
Fentanyl addicted person outside the hotel
EXTREME NOISE from airport, building and traffic.
Not value for money
Tom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jan 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Close to SJO Shuttle Location
There was a hiccup with the booking, but they went above and beyond to make it right.
Horrible service! We booked room a month ahead of time and when we got there 12 am they had no room available for us. After 3 hours of bugging and calling them they finally gave us a room at another hotel that was very low budget. Dirty! Towels smelled horrible! There wasn’t any toilet better. The area was sooo bad. Overall horrible experience!
ROSEMARIE
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveler
Mar 6, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
While the owners were helpful, the property had a bad odor with stagnant water in the bathroom
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
John
Jul 31, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pitchers are deceiving very poor conditions
John
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Leo
Aug 22, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
No water
Leo
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Maria
Apr 4, 2026
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Terrible check in experience. I arrived late, just wants to sleep after a long day of travel. The bar next door has super loud terrible karaoke, the place was dark, they didn’t have my booking accounted for, it took them over 40 minutes to figure out what to do, they called some guy on the phone who spoke to me in a bad tone, and then they paid for an uber to move me to another location over 5 minutes away (at almost 1am) when the main reason I booked this place is because it was right in front of my car rental place. The next location was weird , and the room was right above a noisy road with traffic all through the night, didn’t sleep well. You get what you pay for, my mistake for choosing one of the cheapest options and expecting something decent. The other reviews here were misleading compared to my experience.
Maria
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Mark
Feb 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Do not pay in advance.
There was no water. Claim a broken watermain is the problem, but disappointed to find this after we check in and try use the toilet!
The bathroom is very small, less than 4 feet wide and the toilet is too close to the shower.
The room was clean, but getting to the room was treacherous. Uneven riser heights on the steps and very narrow passages.
Mark
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Justin
Dec 8, 2024
Disliked: Communication
I booked and paid for a room 2 months in advance. Their listing says rooms are not guaranteed unless paid in advance. I received a message about 18 hours before check in time that they were overbooked and were moving me to a different location. I said this was unacceptable as the new location was far from where I needed to be and was not in a good neighbourhood. They said they were sorry about this and that they were having problems with Expedia and the overbooking was Expedia’s fault not theirs. told them I would be cancelling my reservation and that there would be no problems as long as there was a refund. Then total since. Expedia is also getting total silence from them.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Es una hermosa familia que nos recibió con todas las atenciones
La habitación muy linda, muy limpia
Recomiendo ampliamente
Martha
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Heimdal A. Rodriguez
Nov 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
El personal fue demasiado amable, en verdad en este aspecto fue muy agradable la estancia.
La habitación en la que me hospede, me parece que es la No. 1, es funcional y tiene lo necesario sin embargo puntos a mejorar: la puerta del baño es corrediza y no tiene ninguna manija para poder jalarla y seguro para cerrar correctamente, la tubería de la regadera esta corta y tienes que acercarte mucho a la pared para lograr que el agua caiga correctamente sobre uno.
Considera que si llevas maletas grandes tendrás que cargarlas por escaleras estrechas.
En general me parece opción cercana al aeropuerto y si no eres quisquilloso con lo anterior, no tendrás problema.
Heimdal A. Rodriguez
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Johannes
Mar 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hat alles super funktioniert und das Personal ist mega nett.